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Hikawa Shrine Blessing and Ema Prayer Experience in Nakano

About

Nakano's Numabukuro Hikawa Shrine is a tranquil and historic site. It is home to the "Three Wishes Pine," where tying an ema (wooden prayer plaque) is believed to grant three wishes. The tour offers a unique opportunity to experience a traditional Shinto ritual inside the shrine's main hall, which is typically closed to the public. After the blessing, participants can write and dedicate their ema. The shrine also features the Seven Lucky Gods and has become popular among anime fans as it appears in series like Demon Slayer and Tokyo Revengers. The tour includes a prayer ritual, an ema dedication, and omamori (protective amulet) as souvenirs, providing a rich blend of Japanese tradition and p...

Highlights

1 hour

Offered in Japanese & English

Free Cancellation

Mobile Ticket

1 hour

Offered in Japanese & English

Free Cancellation

Mobile Ticket

What's Included

Guide for 1 hours

Offering fee (prayer fee)

Protective charm (omamori)

Ema (votive tablet)

Ofuda (shrine talisman)

meals and drinks

Meeting Points

Departure

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There will be a staff member holding a sign that says 'KOIKOI JAPAN CULTURE TOUR' at the south exit of Numabukuro Station.

Itinerary

Numabukuro Station

The meeting point is in front of the south exit ticket gate. A guide holding a sign that says 'KOIKOI JAPAN CULTURE TOUR' will be there. Following the guide's lead, you will proceed to the destination, Numabukuro Shrine.

Numabukuro Hikawa Shrine

Numabukuro Hikawa Shrine is a quiet and beautiful historic shrine located in Nakano Ward. In the shrine grounds, there is the 'Three Wishes Pine,' which is said to grant three wishes when a votive tablet (ema) is tied to it. Visitors can participate in traditional Japanese rituals through a prayer experience inside the sanctuary, which is usually closed to the public. After the prayer, visitors will dedicate their ema and be guided through the grounds by the head priest. The shrine also houses the Seven Lucky Gods, where prayers for encounters and prosperity can be offered. Lastly, participants will receive both a protective charm (omamori) and a sacred ofuda as souvenirs. Recently, it has gained popularity among anime fans due to its appearance in shows like 'Demon Slayer' and 'Tokyo Revengers.' This unique experience blends traditional culture with pop culture, offering a distinctive atmosphere in the heart of the city.

45 minutes

Numabukuro Station

We will escort you from the shrine back to the station.

Important Information

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Public transportation options are available nearby

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Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.

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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

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